Bacalar: Lagoon of Seven Colors by Pontoon
Seven shades of bluein one lagoon.
A full day in the south of Quintana Roo. From the Eco Park you board a pontoon for two hours on Bacalar Lagoon: you see the Negro, Esmeralda and Cocalitos cenotes that hide in its depths, Bird Island and the Pirates Channel.
Then a swim at Cenote Azul (entrance included) and a buffet lunch with one soft drink. A box lunch is served on the way. Life jackets are rented on site for $50 MXN.
What's included
- Round-trip transportation
- Box lunch (juice or coffee and sandwich)
- Eco Park entrance
- 2-hour pontoon ride on the lagoon
- Negro, Esmeralda and Cocalitos cenotes
- Bird Island and Pirates Channel
- Swim at Cenote Azul (entrance included)
- Buffet lunch with 1 soft drink
What's not included
- Life jacket: $50 MXN per person
- Additional drinks
- Tips
What to bring
Swimsuit, towel, biodegradable sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and $50 MXN in cash for the life jacket.
Good to know
- Children 0 to 3 go free, sitting on an adult’s lap (meal not included).
Your journey
Eco Park
Board the pontoon.
Bacalar Lagoon
Negro, Esmeralda and Cocalitos cenotes, Bird Island and Pirates Channel.
Cenote Azul
Swim and buffet lunch.
What every explorer asks
Do you pick me up at my hotel?
Yes, we pick you up at your hotel or at a meeting point close to it in Cancún, Playa del Carmen and Tulum. We confirm the exact time and place the day before the tour.
What does the day include?
Round-trip transportation, a box lunch (juice or coffee and a sandwich), entry to the Eco Park, a 2-hour pontoon ride past the Negro, Esmeralda and Cocalitos cenotes, Bird Island and the Pirates Channel, a swim at Cenote Azul with entry included, and a buffet lunch with one soft drink.
Is there anything extra to pay?
The life vest costs $50 MXN per person, paid in cash, so bring that amount with you. Extra drinks and tips are not included.
When does it run?
It runs with a minimum group of 6 people, so we confirm availability for your date when you book.
Can I bring small children?
Yes. Children ages 0 to 3 do not pay and ride on an adult's lap, without meals. The per person rate applies from age 4.
How do I book, and what if I cancel?
You hold your spot with just $200 MXN per person through a secure Stripe payment link, and pay the rest on the day of the tour. If you cancel at least 24 hours before, we refund your deposit in full.
The bluest day of your trip.
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